MK Diamond MK-370 User Manual

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MK-370 TILE SAW

OWNERS MANUAL

PARTS LIST &

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

Revision 200

Manual Part# 156760

Caution: Read all safety and operating instructions

before using this equipment. This parts list MUST
accompany the equipment at all times.

05.2010

INTRODUCTION

Congratulations on your purchase of a MK-370 Saw. We are certain that you will be pleased

with your purchase. MK Diamond takes pride in producing the nest construction power tools

and diamond blades in the industry.

Operated correctly, your MK-370 Saw should provide you with years of service. In order to help
you, we have included this manual. This owners manual contains information necessary to
operate and maintain your MK-370 Saw safely and correctly. Please take the time to familiarize
yourself with the MK-370 Saw by reading and reviewing this manual.

Read and follow all safety, operating and maintenance instructions.

If you should have questions concerning your MK-370 Saw, please feel free to call our friendly
customer service department at: 800 421-5830

Regards,

MK Diamond

NOTE THIS INFORMATION FOR FUTURE USE:

MODEL NUMBER:

SERIAL NUMBER:

PURCHASE PLACE:

PURCHASE DATE:

NOTE: For your (1) one year warranty to be effective, complete the warranty card

(including the Serial Number) and mail it in as soon as possible.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

SAFETY

Safety Messages 4
Damage Prevention Message 4
General Safety Precautions 4
Rules for Safe Operation 4
California Proposition 65 Message 6
Hazard Symbols 7
Maintenance Safety 8
Electrical Requirements 8-10
Safety Label Locations 11

Product Specications 12

UNPACKING, TRANSPORT and ASSEMBLY

Unpacking 13
Contents 13
Transport 13

STARTUP, ADJUSTMENT, OPERATION and SHUTDOWN

Cutting Head Installation 14
Diamond Blade Installation 14-15
Adjustable Cutting Guide Installation 16
Splash Guard Installation 16
Pre-Start Inspection 16
Water Pump Preparation 17
Setup for Operation 18
Adjustment & Operation 19
Cleanup 20
Lockout 21

MAINTENANCE AND TROUBLESHOOTING

Maintenance 21
Blade Dressing 22
Motor Brush Change-Out 23
Troubleshooting 24-26

EXPLODED VIEW AND PARTS LIST

Exploded View & Parts List 28-32

THEORY

Theory Of Diamond Blades 33

ACCESSORIES ORDERING and RETURN INSTRUCTIONS

Accessories 34
Ordering Information 35
Return Material Policy 35
Packaging Instructions 35
Authorized Service Centers 35

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MK-370 SAW SAFETY

Read and follow all safety, operating and maintenance instructions. Failure to read and follow
these instructions could result in injury or death to you or others. Failure to read and follow these
instructions could also result in damage and/or reduced equipment life.

SAFETY MESSAGES

A safety message alerts you to potential hazards that could hurt you or others. Each safety message is preced­ed by a safety alert symbol ( ) and one of three words: DANGER, WARNING, or CAUTION.

DANGER

WARNING

CAUTION

You WILL be KILLED or SERIOUSLY INJURED if you do not follow directions.

You CAN be KILLED or SERIOUSLY INJURED if you do not follow directions.

You CAN be INJURED if you do not follow directions. It may also be used to alert
against unsafe practices.

DAMAGE PREVENTION AND INFORMATION MESSAGES:

A Damage Prevention Message is to inform the user of important information and/or instructions that
could lead to equipment or other property damage if not followed. Information Messages convey
information that pertains to the equipment being used. Each message will be preceded by the word
NOTE, as in the example below.

NOTE:

Equipment and/or property damage may result if these instructions are not followed.

GENERAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS AND HAZARD SYMBOLS

In order to prevent injury, the following safety precautions and symbols should be followed at all times!

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

ALWAYS read this Owner’s Manual before operating the machine.

ALWAYS keep the Blade Guards in place.

REMOVE ADJUSTING KEYS AND WRENCHES

Form a habit of checking to see that keys and adjusting wrenches are removed from
the power tool before it is turned on.

KEEP WORK AREA CLEAN

Cluttered work areas and benches invite accidents.

DO NOT USE IN DANGEROUS PLACES
DO NOT use power tools in damp or wet locations nor expose them to rain. Always

keep the work area well lighted.

KEEP CHILDREN AWAY

All visitors and children should be kept a safe distance from work area.

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ON / OFF

MAKE THE WORKSHOP KID PROOF

Make the workshops kid proof by using padlocks, master switches or by removing starter
keys.

DO NOT FORCE THE TOOL

A power tool will do a job better and safer operating at the rate for which it was designed.

USE THE RIGHT TOOL
DO NOT force a tool or an attachment, to do a job that it was not designed to do.

USE THE PROPER EXTENSION CORD

If using an extension cord make sure it is in good condition first. When using an extension
cord, be sure to use one heavy enough to carry the current your product will draw. An
undersized cord will cause a drop in line voltage that will result in a loss of power and
overheating. TABLE 1, Page 10 shows the correct AWG size to use depending on cord
length and nameplate ampere rating. If in doubt, use the next heavier gage. The smaller
the gage number, the heavier the cord.

USE PROPER APPAREL
DO NOT wear loose clothing, gloves, neckties, rings, bracelets, or other jewelry that may

be caught in moving parts. Non-slip footwear is recommended. Wear protective hair
covering to contain long hair.

ALWAYS wear approved eye protection.

ALWAYS wear approved respiratory protection.

SECURE WORK

Clamps or a vise should be used to hold work whenever practical. Keeping your
hands free to operate a power tool is safer.

DO NOT OVERREACH

Keep proper footing and balance at all times by not overreaching.

MAINTAIN TOOLS WITH CARE

Keep tools clean for the best and safest performance. Always follow maintenance
instructions for lubricating, and when changing accessories.

DISCONNECT TOOLS

Power tools should always be disconnected before servicing or when changing
accessories, such as blades, bits, cutters, and the like.

ALWAYS place the power ON/OFF switch in the OFF position when the saw is not in use.

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USE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES

Consult the owner’s manual for recommended accessories. Using improper accessories

may increase the risk of personal or by-stander injury.

NEVER STAND ON THE TOOL

Serious injury could occur if a power tool is tipped, or if a cutting tool is unintentionally
contacted.

CHECK FOR DAMAGED PARTS

Before using a power tool, check for damaged part. A guard or any other part that is
damaged should be carefully checked to determine if would operate properly and perform
its intended function. Always check moving parts for proper alignment or binding. Check
for broken parts and mountings and all other conditions that may affect the operation of
the power tool. A guard, or any damaged part, should be properly repaired or replaced.

DIRECTION OF FEED

ALWAYS feed work into a blade or cutter against the direction of rotation. A blade

or cutter should always be installed such that rotation is in the direction of the arrow
imprinted on the side of the blade or cutter.

NEVER LEAVE A TOOL UNATTENDED

TURN POWER OFF - Do not leave a tool until it comes to a complete stop. Always
turn a power tool OFF when leaving the work area, or, when a cut is finished.

CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65 MESSAGE

WARNING

Some dust created by power sanding, sawing, grinding, drilling, and other construction activities
contain chemicals known [to the State of California] to cause cancer, birth defects or other
reproductive harm. Some examples of these chemicals are:

• Lead, from lead-based paints

• Crystalline silica, from bricks and cement and other masonry products and

• Arsenic and chromium, from chemically treated lumber

For further information, consult the following sources:

http://www.osha.gov/SLTC/silicacrystalline/index.html
http://www.oehha.org/prop65/out_of_date/6022kLstA.html

Your risk from these exposures varies depending on how often you do this type of work. To reduce
your exposure to these chemicals, work in a well-ventilated area, and work with approved safety
equipment, such as those dust masks that are specially designed to filter out microscopic particles.

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HAZARD SYMBOLS

ELECTRICAL SHOCK

NEVER touch electrical wires or components while the engine is running. They can be

sources of electrical shock which could cause severe injury or burns.

ROTATING PARTS

Keep hands, feet, hair, and clothing away from all moving parts to prevent injury.
Never operate the motor with covers, shrouds, or guards removed.

OVER SPEED
NEVER tamper with the governor components or settings to increase the maximum

speed. Severe personal injury and damage to the engine or equipment can result if
operated at speeds above maximum.

DO NOT EXPOSE TO RAIN
DO NOT expose to rain or use in damp locations.

WARNING

Sawing and drilling generates dust. Excessive airborne particles may cause irritation to eyes, skin
and respiratory tract. To avoid breathing impairment, always employ dust controls and protection
suitable to the material being sawed or drilled; See OSHA (29 CFR Part 1910.1200). Diamond
Blades improperly used are dangerous. Comply with American National Standards Institute Safety
Code, B7.1 and, Occupational Safety and Health Act covering Speed, Safety Guards, Flanges,
Mounting Procedures, General Operating Rules, Handling, Storage and General Machine Conditions

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ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS AND GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS

In order to prevent potential electrical shock and injury, the following electrical safety precautions and
symbols should be followed at all times!

WARNING

In case of a malfunction or breakdown, grounding provides a path of least resistance for electric cur­rent to reduce the risk of electric shock. This tool is equipped with an electric cord having an equip­ment-grounding conductor and a grounding plug. The plug must be plugged into a matching outlet
that is properly installed and grounded in accordance with all local codes and ordinances.

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Do not modify the plug provided – if it will not t the outlet; have the proper outlet installed by a

qualied electrician

• Improper connections of the equipment-grounding conductor can result in a risk of electric
shock. The equipment-grounding conductor is the insulated conductor that has an outer
surface that is green, with or without yellow stripes. If repair or replacement of the electric cord
or plug is necessary, do not connect the equipment-grounding conductor to a live terminal

Check with a qualied electrician or service personnel if the grounding instructions are not

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completely understood, or if in doubt as to whether the tool is properly grounded

• Use only 3-wire extension cords that have 3-prong grounding plugs and 3-pole receptacles that

accept the tool’s plug

• Repair or replace a damaged or worn cord immediately

WARNING

This tool is intended for use on a circuit that has an outlet that looks like the one shown in Sketch A.
The tool has a grounding plug that looks like the plug illustrated in Sketch A. A temporary adapter,
which looks like the adapter illustrated in sketches B and C, may be used to connect this plug to a
2-pole receptacle as shown in Sketch B, if a properly grounded outlet is not available. The temporary
adapter should be used only until a properly grounded outlet can be installed by a qualied electri­cian. The green-colored rigid ear, lug, and the like, extending from the adapter, must be connected
to a permanent ground such as a properly grounded outlet box.

NOTE: Use of a temporary adapter is not permitted in Canada.

Circuit and Adapter Information

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Supporting
Surface

Power
Tool

Drip Loop

Power

Cord

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WARNING

To avoid the possibility of the appliance plug or receptacle getting wet, position the machine to one
side of a wall mounted receptacle. This will prevent water from dripping onto the receptacle or plug. A
“drip loop,” shown in the picture below, should be arranged by the user to properly position the power cord
relative to the power source.

The “drip loop” is that part of the cord below the level of the receptacle, or the connector, if an exten­sion cord is used. This method of positioning the cord prevents the travel of water along the power
cord and coming in contact with the receptacle.

If the plug or receptacle gets wet, DO NOT unplug the cord. Disconnect the fuse or circuit breaker
that supplies power to the tool. Then unplug and examine for presence of water in the receptacle.

Drip Loop Information

WARNING

Use only extension cords that are intended for outdoor use. These extension cords are
identified by a marking “Acceptable for use with outdoor appliances; store indoors while
not in use." Use only extension cords having an electrical rating not less than the rating
of the product. Do not use damaged extension cords. Examine extension cords before
using and replace if damaged. Do not abuse extension cords and do not yank on any
cord to disconnect. Keep cords away from heat and sharp edges. Always disconnect the
extension cord from the receptacle before disconnecting the product from the extension
cord.

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WARNING

To reduce the risk of electrocution, keep all connections dry and off the ground. Do
not touch the plug with wet hands.

WARNING

Use of under sized extension cords result in low voltage to the motor that can
result in motor burnout and premature failure. MK Diamond warns that equipment
returned to us showing signs of being run in a low voltage condition, through the use
of undersized extension cords will be repaired or replaced totally at the customer's
expense. There will be no warranty claim.

To choose the proper extension cord,

• Locate the length of extension cord needed in the table below.

• Once the proper length is found, move down the column to obtain the correct
AWG size required for that length of extension cord.

EXTENSION CORD MINIMUM GAGE FOR LENGTH

VOLTS TOTAL LENGTH OF CORD IN FEET

25 ft. AWG 50 ft. AWG 100 ft. AWG 150 ft. AWG

115v 14 12 Not Recommended Not Recommended

230v N/A 14 12 N/A

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Tile Saws

Receptacle is for
water pump only.

125V, .6 amps max.

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CAUTION

This saw is to be used

with a Ground Fault

Circuit Interrupter.

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CAUTION

Tile Master Label Sheet Part#166012

Label B

Label A

Label C

Label D

Label E

Label F

SERVICE OR

WARRANTY

FOR INFORMATION ON

PLEASE CALL

1-800-474-5594

Grinding/cutting/drilling of masonry, concrete, metal and other materials with silica in
their composition may give off dust or mists containing crystalline silica. Silica is a basic
component of sand, quartz, brick clay, granite and numerous other minerals and rocks.
Repeated and/or substantial inhalation of airborne crystalline silica can cause serious
or fatal respiratory diseases, including silicosis. In addition,California and some other
authorities have listed respirable crystalline silica as a substance known to cause cancer.

For Your Own Safety Read Instruction Manual
Before Operating Saw.
Wear Eye Protection.
Disconnect Saw Before Servicing, when Changing
Cutting Wheels and Cleaning.
Use Tool Only with Smooth Edge Cutting Wheels
Free of Openings and Grooves.
Replace Damaged Cutting Wheel Before Operating.
Do Not Fill Water Bath Above Water Fill Line.
See Manual for Pump Replacement.

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WARNING

NOTICE

Most Motor Problems are caused by improper
voltage and extension cords. Cord should be
one-piece and short as possible. Cord
selection should match the following table.

1-2 H.P.

25’
50’
75’

100’
150’
250’

Max. Cord Length
Max. Cord Length
Max. Cord Length

No. 12 Wire
No. 10 Wire
No. 8 Wire

115v 230v

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WARNING

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MK-370 SAW SAFETY

SAFETY LABEL LOCATIONS

Safety labels contain important safety information. Please read the information contained on each
safety label. These labels are considered a permanent part of your saw. If a label comes off or
becomes hard to read, contact MK Diamond or your dealer for a replacement.

TILE SAW SPECIFIC WARNINGS

WARNING

Wear eye protection.
Use splash guard for every operation for which it can be used.
Disconnect saw before servicing, when changing cutting blades, and cleaning.
Replace damaged cutting blade before operating.

Decal/Label Location Description

A Motor - Side Caution - Receptacle is for Water Pump Only
B Motor - Side Caution - Use with GFCI outlet only
C

D Motor - Front Warning - Silica Warning
E Cutting Head – Top Warning - Read Owners Manual
F Motor - Front Notice - Voltage/extension cords

Motor - Back

Service/ Warranty

F

B

A

C

E

B

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